The journey is an expedition that explores the seldom visited area of the We explore the Bellingshausen Sea and Marguerite Bay. We explore Adrien De Gerlache discovered many places on his Belgian Antarctic Expedition 1897-1899 aboard the Belgica. The Belgica was used for this voyage. Leaves Ushuaia, and travels straight to the Antarctic Circle. Spend the remainder of your trip. There are many landings to choose from and a variety of wilderness. Few places on Earth can compare to the beauty of this area. Antarctica's ice shelfs will land on island where there are few people Set foot in this beautiful area, far off the beaten path. Regular Antarctic cruises. You may see exotic animals. Orcas, humpback whales and seals are all included. Crabeater, leopard, Weddell fur, Antarctic, or even an elephant? Ross seal. Bird species such as skuas and terns and giant petrels may also be seen.
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Cruise Includes
Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary.
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes
Luggage transfer from pick-up point to the vessel on the day of embarkation, in Ushuaia.
Pre-scheduled group transfer from the vessel to the airport in Ushuaia (directly after disembarkation).
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
AECO fees and governmental taxes.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.
Cruise does not include
Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights; pre- and post- land arrangements.
​Transfers to the vessel in Ushuaia and Ascension and from the vessel in Ascension and Praia; passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
Highlights
Spot a variety of bird species, such as gentoo and Adélie penguins, skuas, terns, and giant petrels.
Explore the rarely visited region of the Bellingshausen Sea, Marguerite Bay, and Alexander Island.
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Antarctica far from the beaten track of regular Antarctic cruises.
Activities
Sea Kayaking
Under full instruction from your sea kayaking guide, experience true tranquillity as you paddle through clinking ice floes and realise the enormity of the surrounding scenery. Look out for breaching whales, lounging seals and penguins zipping alongside your kayak. Some experience is required.
Ice Camping
Camp out on the ice and experience the silence which blankets the continent by night. This is your chance to completely connect with this ethereal ice world – wrap up warm and embrace the Antarctic elements.
Snowshoeing
Get a spring in your step when you slip on a pair of snowshoes in Antarctica. Enabling you to easily scale gentle slopes, this unique activity allows you to access hard to reach places and seek out the most impressive views.
Photography
Learn to capture wildlife and landscape shots in a small group photography program, including critiquing sessions and editing classes. Plus, Explorer Boat excursions with a dedicated photography expert on landings.
Explorer Boats
Achieve the best views and photographs from a forward facing Explorer Boats. They allow you to sit comfortably and securely while crackling through the ice-strewn waters. Look out for wildlife such as penguins, seals and whales as you cruise.
Yoga
It doesn’t get more serene than complimentary yoga classes to the tune of glacial scenery. Join the most unique exercise setting in the world after a day of exploration. Classes are regular but are dependent on weather conditions and swell.
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